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An operating expense is an expense a business incurs through its normal business operations. Often abbreviated as OPEX.

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Shares outstanding refer to a company's stock currently held by all its shareholders, including share blocks held by institutional investors and restricted shares owned by the company's officers and insiders.

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Microsoft

Skype is a telecommunications application software product that specializes in providing video chat and voice calls between computers, tablets, mobile devices, the Xbox One console, and smartwatches via the Internet and to regular telephones. Skype additionally provides instant messaging services. Users may transmit both text and video messages, and may exchange digital documents such as images, text, and video. Skype allows video conference calls.

Skype

GitHub is is a web-based hosting service for version control using Git. It is mostly used for computer code. It offers all of the distributed version control and source code management (SCM) functionality of Git as well as adding its own features. It provides access control and several collaboration features such as bug tracking, feature requests, task management, and wikis for every project. GitHub offers plans for both private repositories and free accounts which are commonly used to host open-source software projects. As of April 2017, GitHub reports having almost 20 million users and 57 million repositories, making it the largest host of source code in the world. On June 4, 2018, Microsoft announced its intent to acquire GitHub for US$7.5 billion

GitHub

Xbox is a video gaming brand created and owned by Microsoft. It represents a series of video game consoles developed by Microsoft, with three consoles released in the sixth, seventh and eighth generations respectively. The brand also represents applications, streaming services, and an online service by the name of Xbox Live. The brand was first introduced in the United States in November 2001, with the launch of the original Xbox console.

Xbox

Microsoft Corp. engages in the development and support of software, services, devices, and solutions. It operates through the following segments: Productivity and Business Processes, Intelligent Cloud, and More Personal Computing. The Productivity and Business Processes segment is composed of products and services relating to productivity, communication, and information services such as Office Commercial, Office Consumer, LinkedIn, and Dynamics business solutions. The Intelligent Cloud segment consists of public, private, and hybrid server products and cloud services for businesses and developers, as well as enterprise and partner services. The More Personal Computing segment refers to products and services including Windows operating system, Windows cloud services, Surface, HoloLens, personal computer accessories, Xbox hardware, Xbox Cloud Gaming, Microsoft News, and Microsoft Edge. The company was founded by Paul Gardner Allen and William Henry Gates, III in 1975 and is headquartered in Redmond, WA.

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Microsoft reports robust Q1 2023 earnings, driven by Microsoft Cloud's performance

Microsoft's Q1 2023 showcased strong revenue growth, particularly in the Microsoft Cloud segment. The company's emphasis on AI, customer value, and operating leverage is driving positive results. While facing challenges related to workload optimization and potential AI regulation, Microsoft is well-positioned to capitalize on growth opportunities.

Microsoft reports solid Q2 earnings, focuses on AI innovation

Microsoft's Q2 performance reflects strong revenue growth, particularly in Microsoft Cloud, Azure, Teams, and security business, while facing challenges in the ad market and macroeconomic headwinds.
The company's strengths lie in innovation across various sectors, strong customer loyalty, and a strategic focus on AI integration for competitive advantage.
Opportunities include leveraging AI for innovation, optimizing workloads post-pandemic, and driving growth through value propositions and customer loyalty.

Microsoft reports robust Q3 earnings, eyes Azure growth opportunities

Microsoft's Q3 2023 earnings call showcased strong financial performance, driven by robust revenue growth, commercial bookings, and operating income across key segments.
The company's focus on Microsoft Cloud, Azure's growth, and innovative products like GitHub Copilot and Teams highlights its commitment to customer success and shareholder returns.
While facing challenges in workload optimization and pricing strategies, Microsoft has opportunities to capitalize on Azure's potential, drive innovation, and maximize long-term growth through strategic investments and product enhancements.

Microsoft excels in Q4 with strong cloud growth and operational efficiency

Microsoft's Q4 performance reflects strong revenue growth, operational efficiency, and strategic focus on cloud and AI. While facing challenges in optimizing cloud operations and transitioning gross margins, the company is well-positioned to leverage opportunities in Azure growth and new product demand. Microsoft's diversified revenue streams and leadership in cloud services underpin its resilience and growth potential.

Microsoft reports robust Q1 earnings, eyes AI and Azure growth

Microsoft's Q1 2024 earnings call showcased strong financial performance, driven by Azure, commercial segments, and cash flow generation. The company faces challenges in sustaining growth and margins amidst AI investments but has opportunities to capitalize on AI, Azure, and disciplined operations for future success.

Microsoft reports record Q2 earnings driven by cloud and AI growth

Microsoft's Q2 2024 earnings showcased robust financial performance across segments, driven by cloud and AI services.
The company demonstrated resilience in margin improvement despite significant AI investments, highlighting operational efficiency.
Strategic focus on continuous innovation and customer engagement positions Microsoft for sustained growth and market leadership.
Addressing challenges in infrastructure readiness and product adoption will be key to unlocking future opportunities and maintaining competitive edge.

Microsoft achieves record Q3 results, eyes sustained growth in FY '25

Microsoft's Q3 performance reflects robust revenue growth, operational efficiency, and strong financial health across all segments.
The company's strengths lie in Azure's growth, GitHub Copilot's success, and strategic investments in cloud and AI technologies.
Challenges include capacity issues in Azure, balancing core business growth, and adapting to the evolving IT landscape towards AI.
Opportunities abound in sustaining growth, expanding Azure's customer base, and leveraging Dynamics and LinkedIn for revenue growth.

Microsoft reports robust FY '24 earnings, eyes AI and Cloud growth

Microsoft's strong FY '24 performance driven by Cloud, AI, and gaming revenue, with a focus on security and shareholder returns
Challenges include capacity constraints and increased capital expenditures, but opportunities exist in AI and Cloud growth
Partnerships and innovation key to addressing challenges and driving future growth and scalability
Outlook for FY '25 positive with a focus on double-digit revenue growth and expanding gaming opportunities

Microsoft reports robust Q1 earnings, eyes AI innovation for growth

Microsoft's Q1 2025 performance reflects strong revenue growth, particularly in cloud services and commercial bookings.
The company's focus on AI innovation, cost efficiencies, and long-term investments positions it well for sustained growth.
Challenges include managing expenses, supply constraints, and balancing investments with revenue growth.
Opportunities in AI, cloud services, and commercial offerings present avenues for continued expansion and value creation.

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Uber

Legendary investor Julian Robertson (Trades, Portfolio) is not just known for his leadership of Tiger Management, but also for taking a group of protégés under his wing. These student investors, many of whom later opened their own practices, are known as “tiger cubs.

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In this article, I start by making the case for low-volatility dividend growth stocks as a way to achieve long-term outperformance. Microsoft doesn't have a high yield, but high and consistent dividend growth is backed by impressive financials.

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Microsoft refreshed its outlook for Q4'22 last week. Microsoft lowered its revenue and EPS guidance due to a stronger dollar. The guidance impact, however, is minimal.

Microsoft Is Now A Value Stock

The admirable performance of the Surface Laptop Go so far must have been a factor why it is getting an upgrade.

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Netflix

NVIDIA

PayPal

Snap

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Twitter

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Apple

Activision Blizzard

Alphabet

Shopify

Unity Software

Companies that have strong data and engineering have a leg up.

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Richly valued stocks with price-to-sales ratios greater than 10 times can leave investors holding the bag when stocks bubbles pop, says Kailash Concepts Research.

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The world's largest software maker ??? Microsoft (MSFT)?

Microsoft Lowers Guidance: ETFs in Focus

Microsoft slashed its fiscal fourth quarter revenue and earnings guidance on Thursday, citing stronger-than-expected FX headwinds due to the surging dollar. The decision is largely anticipated given Microsoft's substantial exposure to FX risks with almost half of its sales generated overseas.

Microsoft: Don't Stress Over The Slashed Guidance

The U.S. dollar is on a tear, and companies that do international business are feeling it.

First Salesforce and Now Microsoft Lower Guidance Because of a Strong U.S. Dollar

Microsoft's new approach comes amid its acquisition of Activision Blizzard, which now houses the video-gaming industry's first labor union.

Microsoft says it won't fight labor unions as it takes a different approach from other tech companies

Microsoft is leaving the door open to employees who want to form or join a union.

Microsoft says it will support employees who want to unionize

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Cloud computing is rapidly gaining traction across the globe and is a bright highlight of modern technology. It's allowed businesses and consumers to achieve digital feats that previously felt impossible.

Cloud Computing Is One Market That Investors Can't Ignore

Microsoft Corp will not resist unionization efforts from its employees, its President Brad Smith said on Thursday, in a sign of growing receptiveness in the tech sector that has been for long unconcerned about organized labor.

Microsoft says will not resist unionization efforts by employees

Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT ) Jefferies Software Conference June 2, 2022 3:00 PM ET Company Participants Christopher Capossela – EVP and Chief Marketing Officer Conference Call Participants Unidentified Analyst Welcome back. I got to say I would never be in this position without Microsoft.

Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) Presents at Jefferies Software Conference

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Conceding that the rise of employee unions in tech may ultimately reach its own business, Microsoft released a new set of principles acknowledging the rights of its employees to organize, pledging to work constructively with any who do, and making it clear that it hopes they won't feel the need.

Microsoft promises ‘open and constructive' approach to employee labor unions

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Microsoft Corp. cut its guidance due to a headwind that's been a dominant talking point for tech companies reporting earnings of late: The strong dollar is making business more expensive.

Microsoft joins chorus of tech companies warning about the effects of a strong dollar

Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ: MSFT) gapped down almost 3% lower on Thursday after lowering its fourth-quarter guidance down from an estimated EPS of between $2.28 and $2.35 to a new range of $2.24 and $2.32. Analyst estimates for the quarter came in at $2.33.

Here's What To Watch On Microsoft's Chart As The Company Prepares For Economic Slowdown

Microsoft shares fell by 2% this morning before partially recovering after the company reduced its revenue guidance for the current quarter, citing unfavorable foreign exchange rates.

Microsoft lowers guidance, citing foreign exchange rates, in latest sign of volatile economy

Microsoft reduced its guidance for this quarter due to an unusually strong U.S. dollar. MSFT stock is down 2.5% at the time of writing.

MSFT Stock Falls 2.5% as Microsoft Slashes Its Outlook

The dollar recently hit a 20-year high and Microsoft and other multinational companies have warned that currency moves will dent revenue or earnings.

Microsoft drops after cutting quarterly guidance on 'unfavorable' currency moves, highlighting headwinds from dollar strength

Microsoft Thursday cut its fourth-quarter forecast for profit and revenue, making it the latest US company to warn of a hit from a stronger greenback and sending its shares down.

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